Please note that the following Terms & Conditions ("T&Cs") outline the agreement between Trade Winds Consulting ("Consultant") and the company or individual who avail our consulting services  ("Client") regarding the provision of international trade consulting services. By engaging our services, the Client agrees to abide by these T&Cs:

1. Scope of Services:

The Consultant shall provide professional international trade consulting services, including but not limited to market research, regulatory compliance, export/import documentation, trade strategy development, and guidance on international trade practices.

2. Confidentiality:

Both parties agree to treat all information shared during the course of the consulting engagement as confidential. The Consultant shall not disclose any sensitive information to third parties without the explicit written consent of the Client, except as required by law.

3. Client Responsibilities:

The Client shall cooperate with the Consultant, providing all necessary information and documentation relevant to the scope of the consulting engagement. The Client will also promptly respond to queries and requests for information to facilitate the consulting process.

4. Fees & Payment:

The Client shall pay the Consultant the agreed-upon fees for the services provided. Fees may be determined based on hourly rates, fixed project fees, or other mutually agreed-upon arrangements. Payments shall be made according to the payment schedule specified in the consulting agreement.

5. Timeline:

The Consultant will make reasonable efforts to complete the consulting services within the agreed-upon timeline. However, unforeseen circumstances may lead to adjustments in the timeline, and the Consultant shall promptly notify the Client of any such delays.

6. Intellectual Property:

Any intellectual property or materials developed by the Consultant during the consulting engagement shall remain the property of the Consultant unless otherwise agreed upon in writing. The Client shall not reproduce, distribute, or disclose any such materials without the Consultant's express written consent.

7. Termination:

Either party may terminate the consulting engagement with a written notice. In the event of termination, the Client shall compensate the Consultant for the services provided up to that point.

8. Limitation of Liability:

The Consultant shall not be held liable for any losses, damages, or expenses incurred by the Client as a result of the consulting services, except in cases of willful misconduct or gross negligence.

9. Governing Law & Jurisdiction:

These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of India. Any disputes arising from the consulting engagement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the Republic of India.

10. Entire Agreement:

These T&Cs, together with any other documents explicitly referenced herein, constitute the entire agreement between the parties, superseding any prior understandings or agreements, whether oral or written.

Kindly be advised that all deliverables associated with our Retainership services are exclusively conducted in a virtual format.

Exclusions of the BASIC, STANDARD, and CORPORATE plans of the Retainership:

1. Application of any export benefits covered under the purview of the Foreign Trade Policy

2. Any Government office visit

3. Any Government fee payable against any compliance

4. Services come under the purview of our Global Services